Shift mechanism (from VIN 8E_6A156500), removing and installing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Socket And Key T40031

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Socket and key T40031

Removing

Remove selector lever handle → Selector lever handle (from VIN 8E_6A156500), removing and installing .
Remove air conditioning operating unit → 87 AIR CONDITIONING .
Remove ashtray in center console →
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- 68 - INTERIOR EQUIPMENT for BODY INTERIOR - CABRIOLET
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Fig 2: Releasing Clips And Pull Cover With Guide Upwards To Remove

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Release all 4 clips - arrows - and pull cover - 1 - with guide upwards to remove.
Disconnect connector from side of guide plate.
Disconnect electrical harness connector on Shift Lock Solenoid N110.

Fig 3: Raising Retaining Tab And Removing Locking Lever

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Raise retaining tab - A - and remove locking lever in direction of - arrow -.
Place selector lever in position "D".

Fig 4: Locating Rear Clamping Screw On Selector Lever Cable Approx. 1 Turn Through Hole In Shift Mechanism Using Special Tool T40031

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Loosen rear clamping screw on selector lever cable through hole in shift mechanism approx. one turn using socket and key T40031.

NOTE:

Loosen clamping screw only approx. 1 turn. Do not remove.
Clamping screw is only accessible in selector lever position "D".
Selector lever must remain in position "D" while clamping screw is loose.

Fig 5: Identifying Quick-Release Fasteners And Noise Insulation

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Loosen quick-release screws - 2 - and - 3 - and remove rear noise insulation.

Fig 6: Removing Tunnel Braces

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Remove tunnel braces →
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- 66 - EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT for BODY EXTERIOR - CABRIOLET

Fig 7: Locating Clamping Sleeves

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NOTE:

Flex joint in front exhaust pipe must not be bent more than 10°, otherwise it may be damaged.

Disconnect exhaust system at double clamps - arrows -.
Remove heat shield under shift mechanism →
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- 66 - EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT for BODY EXTERIOR - CABRIOLET

For vehicles with noise insulation - A - under shift mechanism:

Fig 8: Removing Lock Washers

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Remove lock washers - arrows -.

NOTE:

Always replace lock washers

Remove sound insulation - A - and slide forward.

All:

Fig 9: Removing Selector Lever Cable Retaining Clip Sideways & Selector Lever Cable From Shift Mechanism

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Remove selector lever cable retaining clip - 1 - sideways.
Remove selector lever cable - 2 - from shift mechanism.

NOTE:

Do not bend or kink the selector lever cable.

Fig 10: Pressing Holder Clips & Removing Nuts

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Remove nuts - arrows -.

NOTE:

A second technician is required when detaching shift mechanism below vehicle.

Press holder clips - 1 - and - 2 - inward, at the same time pushing shift mechanism downward.

Installing

Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

Install selector lever cable → Selector lever cable (from VIN 8E_6A156500), removing and installing .
Install locking cable → Locking lever (from VIN 8E_6A156500), removing and installing .
Adjust locking cable → Locking cable (from VIN 8E_6A156500), adjusting .
Install exhaust system and align it free of tension →
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- 26 - EXHAUST SYSTEM, EMISSION CONTROLS for 2.0 LITER 4-CYL. 4V TURBO ENGINE MECHANICAL, ENGINE CODE(S): BPG, BWT
- 26 EXHAUST SYSTEM, EMISSION CONTROLS for 3.0 LITER 6-CYL. 5V ENGINE MECHANICAL, ENGINE CODE(S): AVK, BGN
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Check shift mechanism → Shift mechanism (from VIN 8E_6A156500), checking .

Torque specifications

Component	Nm
Shift mechanism to body	10